Children Support Worker: Immediate Start

Net-Temps; Derby; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Therapeutic Support Practitioner to join a dedicated team in Derby. This full-time, permanent role involves providing life-changing support to children with emotional and behavioural challenges in a residential home. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and have a resilient, self-motivated approach. You will benefit from fully funded training opportunities and have a clear progression path in your career while earning a competitive salary and sleep-in payments.

Benefits

Fully funded qualifications

Specialist training

Ongoing professional development

Clear progression routes

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in residential childcare is desirable.
• Flexibility for shifts and sleep-ins is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care tailored to individual needs.
• Support education, activities, and personal development.
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Enthusiasm

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Full UK driving license

Experience in residential childcare

Job description

Start Your New Career THIS WEEK - Therapeutic Support Practitioner

Location: Derby | Salary: £14.50/hr + £65 per sleep-in | Annual Bonus: £800

We're hiring NOW! Immediate start available - don't wait, apply today!

• Full-time, permanent role in a supportive team.
• Work in a 6-bed EBD home for children aged 10-17.
• Fully funded qualifications (Level 3-5) and specialist training.
• Interviews within 48 hours - secure your future today!

Why This Role Matters

Do you want a career where every day counts? As a Therapeutic Support Practitioner, you'll provide life-changing support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural challenges. Using a trauma-informed approach (PACE model), you'll help them feel safe, valued, and ready to thrive.

What You'll Do

• Deliver exceptional care tailored to individual needs.
• Support education, activities, and personal development.
• Be a positive role model and advocate for well-being.
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports.
• Work collaboratively with families and professionals.
• Carry out household tasks and safety checks.
• Apply safeguarding principles at all times.

About the Home

You'll be working in a 6-bed residential home for children and young people aged 10 to 17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD). Some of the children are non-verbal, so you'll play a key role in supporting communication and building trust. This is a warm, family-style environment where every day brings opportunities to make a real difference.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Flexibility for shifts and sleep-ins.
• Experience in residential childcare or similar (desirable).
• Full UK driving license (desirable).

What's in It for You

This isn't just a job—it's a career development opportunity. We are passionate about upskilling and will support you every step of the way. Here's what we offer:

• Fully funded Level 3, 4, or 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Specialist training, including Makaton communication skills.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• Clear progression routes into senior roles.
• Competitive salary + sleep-in payments.
• A supportive team environment focused on your growth.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.